H.M.S. Natal Medal 1915, Arms of Natal, enclosed by two branches of oak, ‘From the People of Natal’; reverse: the armoured cruiser H.M.S. Natal, ‘Presented to H.M.S. Natal 1915’ (Arthur T. Cook), 26mm., silver, ring suspension, good very fine £60-80

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, Prize, Training Ship, Nursing & Other Medals from the James N. Spencer Collection.

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Leading Stoker Arthur Thomas Cook, Royal Navy, was killed on 30 December 1915, aged 24 years, when his ship, the armoured cruiser H.M.S. Natal, was sunk by an internal explosion whilst at anchor in the Cromarty Firth. The loss of life was heavy, with 25 officers and 380 ratings being killed.